"Michael, the new movie about Michael Jackson produced by BoRhap's Graham King and the late star's estate, is notable for not following the typical biopic formula. It opens during the Bad tour in 1988 and avoids the darker aspects of Jackson's life, including the allegations of child molestation, which are only hinted at. This choice leads to a lack of dramatic tension and insight into Jackson's complex personal life and artistry."
"The film struggles to assemble highlights from Jackson's life into a coherent story arc. It neglects to explore the fraught dynamics of his family or the intricacies of his artistry, instead opting for a sanitized version of events that fails to resonate with the expectations of biopic audiences who seek familiar narratives of rise and redemption."
The formula of conventional musical biopics remains appealing to audiences, as seen with films like Bohemian Rhapsody. Michael, a new film about Michael Jackson, deviates from this norm by avoiding key controversies and focusing on a limited narrative. It begins during the Bad tour in 1988 and lacks dramatic tension, failing to provide insight into Jackson's personal life, artistry, or family dynamics. The film's structure does not align with the expected rise, fall, and redemption arc typical of the genre, leaving viewers wanting more depth and context.
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